#12317 Rafael De Penagos

The drawing presents a stylized female figure within a geometric setting, indicative of early modern design aesthetics. The woman stands centrally, her posture suggesting both confidence and detachment. She is clad in a striking red garment, accented by a white shawl draped over her shoulders. A cloche hat sits atop her head, framing a face rendered with simplified features and dark, accentuated eyes. She holds a cigarette between her fingers, an element that contributes to the image’s portrayal of sophistication and perhaps a touch of rebellion against conventional norms.
The background is dominated by angular furniture – tables and chairs constructed from what appears to be metal tubing – arranged in a somewhat haphazard fashion. A vase containing blossoms sits on one table, introducing a note of organic form amidst the geometric rigidity. The color palette is restrained, primarily utilizing red, white, black, and muted greens, with touches of yellow.
A small, framed image is positioned above the woman’s head; it depicts an abstract composition featuring curved lines and contrasting colors, possibly alluding to a broader artistic context or serving as a visual echo of the figures own stylized form. The floor is rendered in a pattern of green rectangles, further reinforcing the geometric nature of the scene.
The drawing seems to explore themes of modernity, fashion, and leisure. The woman’s attire and demeanor suggest an embrace of contemporary trends, while the starkness of the setting implies a certain emotional distance or alienation characteristic of urban life during that period. There is a sense of theatricality; the figure appears posed rather than engaged in natural activity. The overall effect is one of elegant detachment, capturing a specific moment in time and reflecting the changing social landscape of its era.